Enjoy a family-friendly musical performance about a fearsome storm and the power of music to see you through it. The musician turned author will perform and read from his debut picture book, then talk about his early days of learning to become a performer, playing tunes on the fiddle and harmonica.

Audience Q&A, book sale and book signing to follow.

ABOUT THE PRESENTATION

Thursday, October 4

Cost: $10 per Family

$10 tickets include access to the event for an individual or family. One copy of Ketch Secor's debut picture book is included. Please indicate on the order form the total number of people in your family group who will be attending.

6pm | Doors open and seating begins

6:30pm |Author Talk

7pm | Audience Q&A

7:30pm | Book signing & sale

Guests will be released for the book signing by row, continuing from front to back.

About the Author

Ketch Secor is the founder of the band Old Crow Medicine Show. He won a Grammy for his involvement in the concert film, "Big Easy Express." Old Crow Medicine Show has sold over 700,000 albums. Ketch lives in Nashville, Tennessee. Learn more at crowmedicine.com.

About the Book

Grammy Award-winning, founder and frontman for the band Old Crow Medicine Show, Ketch Secor, and award-winning illustrator Higgins Bond bring an Americana fable to life in this bold, sweeping story.

"The songs they sang always lifted their spirits-on good days or bad it was joyful to hear it. And even when storms hit those Tennessee hills,the music they played made their worries stand still."

Lorraine and her Pa Paw spend their days celebrating life with the music of the Tennessee hills. With Pa Paw's harmonica and Lorraine's pennywhistle, the pair can face just about anything. But when a fearsome storm rolls in and their instruments are nowhere to be found, can Lorraine find the music inside herself to get them through?

About the Series

To inspire readers and writers and to encourage the love of reading, the Westerville Public Library (often in partnership with the Westerville Library Foundation) has committed to bringing engaging and inspiring authors to the Westerville and Central Ohio community.

FAQs

Copies of Lorraine will be available for purchase and signing. While supplies last.

Is there a limit to the number of tickets I can order?

Yes, each family is expected to order separately. One order should be placed per family.

Can I get a ticket at the door?

If the event is not yet full, you may purchase a ticket onsite. Please know that there are a limited number of seats and that ticket availability may be limited. No entry is allowed without a ticket.

Can I choose my seat in advance?

No. Seats are first come, first serve. Doors open and seating begins at 6:00pm.

Guests with disabilities can contact the Program Office to request tickets with handicap-accessible seating or to request any other necessary accommodations: 614-882-7277 ext. 5023 or programoffice@westervillelibrary.org.

Can accommodations be made for guests with disabilities?

Yes. Contact the Program Office to request tickets with handicap-accessible seating or to request any other necessary accommodations: 614-882-7277 ext. 5023 or programoffice@westervillelibrary.org.

What is your refund policy?

At this time, we are unable to offer a refund. All sales are final.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

You must show either a printed ticket or your ticket on a mobile device.

What time does seating begin?

Doors open and seating begins at 6pm.

How does the book signing work?

Everyone will have the opportunity to participate in the book signing. Guests will be released by row, continuing from front to back.

Books will be available at a sale hosted by the Westerville Library Foundation. Guests are also welcome to bring personal copies for signing. Limit of 3 books per guest.

"Action" photos of you having your book signed by the author are welcome. If time allows, posed photos may be requested after the book signing is completed.

Please note that the book signings may take some time. These are large events and the author is given the opportunity to interact with guests as they choose, so lines may be long. Staff are trained to keep the line moving as efficiently as possible. Restrictions for signing are subject to the author, their management or event circumstances.

Can I get my book signed without purchasing a ticket?

No. To be eligible for the book signing, you must have a ticket to the event.

When and where can I purchase books and what forms of payment will be accepted?

The book sale hosted by the Westerville Library Foundation will be located in the common area outside the auditorium. Credit card, check and cash payments are accepted. The book sale will remain open during the presentation and will continue afterward based upon demand and book availability. The book sale is a fundraiser for the Westerville Library Foundation.

At the conclusion of the author's presentation, feel free to exit the auditorium to make book purchases. Or, once you are released for the book signing, let a staff member know you'd like to purchase a book and we'll hold your spot in line.

Please note that the number of books for sale is limited, and the Foundation may sell out. If you wish to ensure that you have a copy of the book for signing, you are welcome to bring your personal copy.

Yes! To inspire readers and writers and to encourage the love of reading, the Westerville Public Library (often in partnership with the Westerville Library Foundation) has committed to bringing engaging and inspiring authors to the Westerville and Central Ohio community via the Meet the Authors series. Learn more.